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PK08 SCV

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

38,807 mi
Last recorded38,807 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 SCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 38,807 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 38,805 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 35,588 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 35,588 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2021 33,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both drop sills and outer sills weak (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front seat belt anchorage points (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Osf and Nsf chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 31,891 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mearside and offside sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside drop sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 29,145 miles

Front washers weak

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 29,119 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front washers weak

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 24,522 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 24,522 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 20,731 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 20,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 19,924 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 19,922 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drop sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drop sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,804 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 14,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 11,236 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 9,119 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 6,236 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 3,756 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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PK08 SCV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PK08 SCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK08 SCV registered?

PK08 SCV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PK08 SCV safe to buy?

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